MUSIC RELEASES
ZHU and John The Blind Join Forces for Stunning Single “Monsters”: Listen
After announcing a new run of headlining gigs earlier this week, ZHU has returned with a new single. Teaming up with acclaimed singer-songwriter and producer John The Blind, he’s unveiled “Monsters,” a stunning track out now via Astralwerks. While the song is a clear departure from what fans have come to expect of ZHU, it is a refreshing change of pace. Though ZHU is generally one to experiment, it’s rare to see a total exodus from his signature dusky sound. Yet, with “Monsters,” he and John The Blind have done just that and masterfully created a soulful single with soft, romantic accents. John The Blind’s lyricism expresses a deep and powerful connection with a person who loves unconditionally. “I fell in love when you r...
PsoGnar Unveils Haunting Electro-Rock Track “Vampire”
Back with his second release of the year, PsoGnar has unveiled a dark and haunting electronic rock anthem called “Vampire.” Known for his rock-infused dubstep and heavy bass music, PsoGnar’s latest offering is a slight departure from his usual sound. In “Vampire,” he intentionally omitted blistering bass drops and instead opted for a synth-laden rock soundscape “’Vampire’ is energetic, catchy, poetic, and tells a story as many of my tracks do,” PsoGnar explained in a press release. Like many of his previous works, “Vampire” is rife with story-driven lyricism that enables his listener to be filled with vivid imagery, transporting them to another time and place. Integrating his songwritng skills, “Vampire” ...
Metrik and Grafix Return With Roaring Single “Overdrive” and “Parallel VIP”
After his seminal 2020 album Ex Machina was released, drum & bass icon Metrik didn’t slow down. His VIP edit of “Cadence” with Reija Lee made waves on the H25PITAL compilation earlier this year, and he’s now back with Grafix in tow for a heater of a double-single. The next joint effort from the stellar drum & bass producers comes in the form of “Overdrive,” a futuristic dancefloor stepper with some serious nu-metal influences, both in the lyrical melodies (courtesy of Metrik himself), and record-scratching sounds reminiscent of early Linkin Park cuts. Falling in line with the Ex Machina atmosphere, “Overdrive” paints an image of a dystopian cyberpunk world, as Metrik and Grafix serve pure energy through the powerful bass stabs and enc...
Pierce Fulton’s Side Project, Leaving Laurel, Announces Debut Album Following Tragic Death
Last year, Botnek‘s Gordon Huntley joined forces with the late Pierce Fulton for a collaborative musical project called Leaving Laurel. Iconic dance music label Anjunadeep today released the duo’s new single “Winter In The Woods,” which the pair finished—along with a full album—just prior to Fulton’s tragic death. The wistful sound Fulton and Gordon have created as Leaving Laurel departs from what fans have come to expect from them individually. “Winter In The Woods” opens with a spellbinding ambiance as a melancholic piano guides listeners through spacey synths and subdued percussion. The feathery sound design lends to an organic feel, emulating what the pair must have felt while writing the track while isolated in the woods of Connecticut an...
Wiwek Returns With Tribal House Banger “Periphery”: Listen
After a brief hiatus on the new music front, Wiwek has returned with a tribal house banger called “Periphery.” “Periphery” arrives by way of W&W’s Rave Culture banner and combines thumping, industrial kick drums with a rumbling bassline for a surefire festival track. Aside from its massive drops, the song moonlights as a masterclass in melody creation with its spellbinding verses, which are highlighted by trance-inspired leads and spacey synths . Wiwek steps into a time machine for the second drop, where tribal drums take center stage as he dials back to 2014, when his patented “jungle terror” genre dominated the festival circuit. Credited as the pioneer of the genre, the renowned Dutch producer hasn’t lost his to...
GRiZ’s Dubstep-Inspired 10th Album “Rainbow Brain” is His Heaviest Yet: Listen
For lack of a better phrase—GRiZ simply cannot be stopped. After announcing his latest project a few weeks ago, the prolific producer has released his seventh studio album Rainbow Brain alongside an immersive performance video. Rainbow Brain brings out GRiZ’s usual funky self while infusing heavy doses of bass. Each of the album’s 23 tracks are packed full of personality, masterfully woven together to create a strong sense of uniformity. Listeners may recognize some previously released singles, such as “Vibe Check,” “Astro Funk,” “Tie-Dye Sky,” and the titular “Rainbow Brain.” Recommended Articles GRiZ has tapped some huge (and familiar) artists to join him on a handful of Rainbow Brain cuts, such as longtime collaborato...
DJ Snake and Malaa Join Forces for Party-Starting House Anthem “Ring The Alarm”
DJ Snake and Malaa have dropped the curtain on “Ring The Alarm,” a party-starting house anthem. A hip-hop-inspired vocal refrain coaxes listeners in a haunting verse, which eventually builds into a dancefloor stomper for the shuffling age. These kinds of trailblazing tracks are just par for the course for the French compatriots, whose sound design seems to only get better with age. The release of “Ring The Alarm” arrives shortly after Snake teased it with a video of a rowdy performance at La Clairière in Paris, where he debuted it with flying colors. The crowd’s reaction in that clip is all you need to see to know this banger will be one of the most popular house songs of 2021. And fans will be able to hear it live as the Snake and Malaa prepare...
VAMPA and ZíA Drop Crushing Dubstep Collab “New Levels”
Strong friendships often lead to some of the best collaborations in the game. VAMPA and ZíA have proven that with flying colors after dropping their first-ever collaboration “New Levels” via Flux Pavilion’s Circus Records. After hitting the road together and playing numerous collaborative DJ sets in 2019, VAMPA and ZíA have shown out with an absolutely devastating collaboration. The ominous yet enticing feel of “New Levels” screams refinement. They’ve expertly combined an intoxicating pre-drop vocal with bone-rattling bass, crisp percussion, and spine-chilling synths for what will quickly become a fan-favorite track in the bass music community. Check out “New Levels” below and find the track on streaming platforms he...
Boys Noize Announces Fifth Studio Album, “+/-“
Renowned electronic music vet Boys Noize is gearing up for the release of his fifth studio album. +/- (pronounced “Polarity”) will showcase Boys Noize’s tried-and-true skill in delving into music styles on the opposite ends of the dance music spectrum, covering everything from the deepest underground techno to jackin’ house, and including collaborations with some of electronic music’s brightest stars. “The album dives into the polar tension between the musical styles and worlds I find myself in,” said Boys Noize in a statement on the album’s forthcoming release. “When you combine opposites, something transcendent can take place, something greater than the two parts. And with music, it becomes a magic that can create new worlds.” Dua...
Foo Fighters Have Dropped a Disco Album: Listen
Foo Fighters‘ new Bee Gees tribute band—yes, this is real—have dropped their debut album, Hail Satan. While the arrival of Dee Gees feels like a fever dream, there’s no denying how well they’re filling these new dancing boots. When Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl first announced the new venture, he shocked fans by revealing that his drumming inspirations during his early years in Nirvana were actually disco pioneers. Hail Satan is a full circle moment, featuring four Bee Gees covers, a rework of Andy Gibb’s “Shadow Dancing,” and five live versions of songs frok Medicine Midnight, the band’s most recent studio album. The album arrives shortly after a sold-out, full capacity show at Madison Square Garden. Sadly, that ho...
Gesaffelstein Produced a Song on Kanye West’s Upcoming “Donda” Album: Listen to a Preview
Gesaffelstein and Kanye West have officially reunited. The French electronic music virtuoso announced that he’s behind the production of a new single from West’s upcoming 10th studio album, Donda. The track is called “No Child Left Behind” and it’s due out this Friday, July 23rd along with the rest of the LP, according to announcement by Beats Electronics. Gesaffelstein confirmed the collab after it was featured in a Beats commercial aired during Game 6 of the NBA Finals. The ad features America’s fastest woman, Olympic track and field sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson, and was directed and edited by West. The hype surrounding Donda was briefly overshadowed by a legendary, championship-sealing performance by Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, but it’s now b...
Choopsie Makes Waves With Malibu DJ Set Following Release of Dreamy “Bloom” EP: Watch
Offering tranquil music and an uplifting story, Los Angeles-based DJ and producer Choopsie is an exciting new name in the West Coast electronic scene. Originating from Leesburg, VA, Choopsie began her career as a child on the classical piano. At the age of 18 she began experimenting with electronic production, developing a taste for the ambient, dreamy side of house music Choopsie made her debut in 2020 with the two-side EP, Indigo. The record helped earn the attention of Justin Jay, who would later sign her Amboy EP to his Fantastic Voyage imprint. Her recent work has earned acclaim and national bookings, performing at Dirtybird’s CampINN Festival and following it up with her first-ever Dortybird Campout appearance in October. Last Friday, Choopsie dropped her latest release, a dreamboat ...
